After two days of grueling travel through the snow-covered landscape, Jack and Myth finally saw the outlines of a city emerging from the flurry of white. The tall buildings, adorned with intricate ice carvings, stood as a beacon of hope against the backdrop of the snowstorm.
JACK:
Finally, we've made it.
MYTH:
Let's hurry. Your wounds need immediate medical attention.
As they approached the city gate, they were met by two stern guards, their armor glinting coldly in the pale light. The guards held their position, scrutinizing the newcomers.
GUARD 1
Halt! Entry requires an entry card.
GUARD 2
State your purpose.
Just then, a young woman appeared from the crowd. She was clad in spiky armor and carried a sword that seemed to shimmer with its own light. Her presence was commanding.
GIRL
Don't you see? They're injured and need emergency treatment. Let them through.
The guards stepped aside, allowing Jack and Myth to pass. The girl led them through the snowy streets to a medical clinic. Inside, the warm air and the soft glow of lanterns were a welcome relief from the cold.
JACK:
Thank you for your help. I'm Jack.
GIRL:
And I'm Lara. How did you get hurt?
JACK:
Three Snoblins attacked me.
LARA:
Snoblins? How did you come across them?
JACK:
I'm not sure. They just appeared out of nowhere. I managed to defeat them, though.
LARA:
Really? The Mecha Stones you have—are they real?
JACK:
Yes, I have them.
LARA:
Each Mecha Stone is worth 10 billion.
JACK:
What?!
As Lara helped Jack into a treatment room, Myth appeared beside him, floating invisibly to everyone else. The healing process began, and Jack couldn't help but wonder about his future.
JACK:
Do you know Martial Arts?
LARA:
Yes, I do. Why?
JACK:
Can you teach me?
LARA:
I can't, but Master Kai can. He's the leader of the Blue Fang Hunting Guild.
Once the treatment was complete, Lara led Jack and Myth to the guild office. As they walked through the city's streets, Jack whispered to Myth.
JACK:
What is a guild, anyway?
Myth materialized briefly, speaking in a low tone.
MYTH:
A guild is a group of hunters who protect their city from monsters. Every city has one.
JACK:
Be careful, someone might see you.
MYTH:
Don't worry. No one else can see me except you.
They arrived at the Blue Fang Hunting Guild office, a large building that exuded authority and strength. Inside, the atmosphere was vibrant with activity as various guild members went about their tasks. Lara led them to a spacious training hall where an elderly man with a formidable presence awaited them.
LARA:
Master Kai, these are the travelers who need your assistance. Jack here wishes to learn Martial Arts and also needs guidance with Spell Bounding.
Master Kai looked Jack up and down, his gaze steady and analytical.
MASTER KAI:
Welcome, Jack. I hear you've had quite a journey. I can teach you the ways of Martial Arts. As for Spell Bounding, we have books and resources here to guide you.
Jack felt a surge of hope and determination. With Master Kai's guidance and the resources of the guild, he was ready to embrace his new path and face the challenges that lay ahead.